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CITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, May 19, 2015 – 7:00 P.M.
Historic City Hall Council Chambers
6500 Palma Avenue, 4th Floor (Enter on Lewis Ave./Jr. High School Side)
Atascadero, California 93422
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call: Chairperson Mark Dariz
Vice Chairperson Jan Wolff
Commissioner David Bentz
Commissioner Duane Anderson
Commissioner Jerel Seay
Commissioner Charles Bourbeau
Commissioner Dennis Schmidt
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT
(This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Commission on any matter not
on this agenda and over which the Commission has jurisdiction. Speakers are limited to three minutes.
Please state your name for the record before making your presentation. The Commission may take action
to direct the staff to place a matter of business on a future agenda.)
PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
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CONSENT CALENDAR
(All items on the consent calendar are considered to be routine and non-controversial by City Staff and will
be approved by one motion if no member of the Commission or public wishes to comment or ask questions.)
1. APPROVAL OF DRAFT ACTION MINUTES OF MAY 5, 2015
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
2. PLN 2015-1550, TREE REMOVAL PERMIT FOR 8405 EL CAMINO REAL
(LEMOS FEED & PET SUPPLY)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS:
Prior to a project hearing Planning Commission Members must disclose any communications they have had on any quasi-judicial
agenda items. This includes, but is not limited to, Tentative Subdivision Maps, Parcel Maps, Variances, Conditional Use
Permits, and Planned Development Permits. This does not disqualify the Planning Commission Member from participating and
voting on the matter, but gives the public and applicant an opportunity to comment on the ex parte communication.
(For each of the following items, the public will be given an opportunity to speak. After a staff report, the Chair will open the public
hearing and invite the applicant or applicant’s representative to make any comments. Members of the public will be inv ited to provide
testimony to the Commission following the applicant. Speakers should state their name for the record and can address the
Commission for three minutes. After all public comments have been received, the public hearing will be closed, and th e Commission
will discuss the item and take appropriate action(s).)
3. PLN 2014-1524, WIRELESS CELLULAR COMMUNICATIONS TOWER AT
9685 MORRO ROAD
Property
Owner/Applicant:
Michael Lemos, 2527 Los Berros Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Certified Arborist: Jeremy Lowney, PO Box 13521, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406
Project Title: PLN 2015-1550 / TRP 2015-0185
Project Location: 8405 El Camino Real, Atascadero CA 93422
(San Luis Obispo County) APN: 030-511-003
Project
Description:
The project consists of an application to remove one native tree due to the hazardous nature of
the tree, based on findings and subject to mitigation monitoring.
General Plan Designation: General Commercial (GC)
Zoning District: Commercial Retail (CR)
Staff
Recommendation:
The Planning Commission approve PC Resolution allowing the removal of subject to
conditions of approval and mitigation.
Property
Owner/Applicant:
Cornerstone Community Church, 7920 Santa Rosa Road, Atascadero, CA 93422
Represented by: Tricia Knight for TEK Consulting , 123 Seacliff Dr., Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Project Title: Wireless Cellular Communications Tower at 9685 Morro Road – PLN-2014-1524 / CUP-2014-0283
Project Location:
9685 Morro Road, Atascadero, CA 93422
(San Luis Obispo County) APN: 054-151-031
Project Applicant is requesting a conditional use permit (CUP) for a new Verizon Unmanned
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS:
Prior to a project hearing Planning Commission Members must disclose any communications they have had on any quasi-judicial
agenda items. This includes, but is not limited to, Tentative Subdivision Maps, Parcel Maps, Variances, Conditional Use
Permits, and Planned Development Permits. This does not disqualify the Planning Commission Member from participating and
voting on the matter, but gives the public and applicant an opportunity to comment on the ex parte communication.
(For each of the following items, the public will be given an opportunity to speak. After a staff report, the Chair will open the public
hearing and invite the applicant or applicant’s representative to make any comments. Members of the public will be inv ited to provide
testimony to the Commission following the applicant. Speakers should state their name for the record and can address the
Commission for three minutes. After all public comments have been received, the public hearing will be closed, and th e Commission
will discuss the item and take appropriate action(s).)
4. PLN 2014-1522, 86-UNIT MULTI-FAMILY APARTMENT COMPLEX AT 10785
EL CAMINO REAL AND 9355 AVENIDA MARIA (CORPORATION FOR
BETTER HOUSING)
Description: Telecommunications Wireless Facility. The project consists of a 100 square foot (sf) antenna
lease area, 503 sf equipment lease area, two GPS antennas, and a generator. The project will also
include a new electrical meter mounted on a new wall, a 45 foot faux church tower, twelve new
six (6’) feet tall antennas. Additional equipment includes:
New Verizon Wireless 9’0 Tall CMU Wall
New Verizon Wireless Outdoor Equipment on a 180 sf Concrete Pad
The project requires further environmental review consistent with the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) based on aesthetics, air quality, hydrology/water quality, and noise.
Zoning: Public (P)
General Plan Designation: Public (P)
Proposed
Environmental
Determination:
Based on the Initial Study prepared for the project, a Mitigated Negative Declaration is proposed.
The Mitigated Negative Declaration is available for public review from 4/28/2015 through
5/17/15 at 6500 Palma Avenue, Community Development Department from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Staff
Recommendation:
The DRC recommends to the Planning Commission adoption of Draft Resolution PC 2015-A
certifying Mitigated Negative Declaration 2015-0004 and approving Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) 2014-0283 and height waiver based on findings and subject to mitigation monitoring and
conditions.
Applicant: Corp for Better Housing, 5947 Variel Ave., Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Property Owner: 9355 Avenida Maria LLC, 5947 Variel Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91367 -5111
Project Title: Atascadero Family Apartments – 86 Unit Multi-Family Apartment Complex
PLN 2014-1522 / CUP 2015-0288 / TRP 2015-0181
Project Location: 10785 El Camino Real, Atascadero CA 93422
(San Luis Obispo County) APN: 045-321-020
9355 Avenida Maria, Atascadero CA 93422
(San Luis Obispo County) APN: 045-321-021
Project The project consists of an application for an 86 unit affordable housing, multi-family
development to be built in two phases. The project area is approximately 3.9 acres with a slope of
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COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting will be on June 2, 2015 at City Hall Council Chambers, 6500 Palma
Avenue, Atascadero.
Please note: Should anyone challenge in court any proposed development entitlement listed
on this Agenda, that person may be limited to raising those issues addressed at the public
hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning
Commission at, or prior to, this public hearing.
Description: 2.5% in a northwestern direction away from El Camino Real. Currently, the site is partially
developed with one vacant single-family residence that will be demolished as a part of the
proposed project.
The applicant is proposing the following as a part of the proposed project:
86 total apartment units including a mix of 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments;
Two corridor style buildings 2-stories in height (24-feet) with two (2) 32-foot tall mechanical /
staircase shafts with decorative architectural features;
One (1) corridor style building 3-stories in height (37-feet, 4-inches) with two (2) 43-foot tall
mechanical / staircase shafts with decorative architectural features;
A total of 157 parking spaces; 86 spaces covered / 71 uncovered;
Solar panels to be utilized on top of carports to provide alternative energy sources, consistent with
the City’s Climate Action Plan;
Proposed construction and materials to utilize US Green Building Council methodology to obtain
Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) certified platinum;
On-site recreational amenities including tot-lot, basketball court, outdoor eating areas;
On-site management is proposed including full-time manager (non-care taker type);
On-site social services programs available for residents only through the use of two (2)
recreational rooms;
Proposed landscaping plan including use of drought tolerant native plants
Preservation of 46 on-site native trees, including critical blue oak woodland;
Removal of 21 on-site native trees to allow for proposed improvements including buildings,
parking lots, and road improvements.
General Plan Designation: HDR
Zoning District: RMF-20
Proposed
Environmental
Determination:
Based on the Initial Study prepared for the project, a Mitigated Negative Declaration is proposed.
The Mitigated Negative Declaration is available for public review from 4/28/15 through 5/17/15
at 6500 Palma Ave., Community Development Department from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday
through Thursday.
Staff
Recommendation:
The Planning Commission recommend to the City Council adoption of Draft Resolution PC
2015-A certifying Mitigated Negative Declaration 2015-0002 and approving Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) 2015-0288 based on findings and subject to mitigation monitoring and conditions.
The Planning Commission recommend to the City Council adoption of Draft Resolution PC
2015-B, approving a State Density Bonus with a maximum of three (3) developer incentives in
exchange for a minimum of 9 units set aside for a minimum of 55 years to households earning
less than 50% of Area Median Income (AMI), which is considered very-low income.
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WELCOME TO THE ATASCADERO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
The Planning Commission meets in regular session on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at City
Hall, Council Chambers, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero. Matters are considered by the Commission in the order of
the printed Agenda.
Copies of the staff reports or other documentation relating to each item of business referred to on the Agenda are on
file in the office of the Community Development Department and are available for public inspection during City Hall
business hours at the Front Counter of City Hall, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, and on our website,
www.atascadero.org. All documents submitted by the public during Commission meetings that are either read into
the record or referred to in their statement will be noted in the minutes and available for review in the Community
Development Department. Commission meetings are audio recorded, and may be reviewed by the public. Copies of
meeting recordings are available for a fee. Contact the City Clerk for more information (470-3400).
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in a City
meeting or other services offered by this City, please contact the City Manager’s Office or the City Clerk’s Office,
both at (805) 470-3400. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or time when services are needed will
assist the City staff in assuring that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting or
service.
TO SPEAK ON SUBJECTS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA
Under Agenda item, “PUBLIC COMMENT”, the Chairperson will call for anyone from the audience having business
with the Commission to approach the lectern and be recognized.
1. Give your name for the record (not required)
2. State the nature of your business.
3. All comments are limited to 3 minutes.
4. All comments should be made to the Chairperson and Commission.
5. No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or negative personal remarks concerning any
other individual, absent or present.
This is when items not on the Agenda may be brought to the Commission’s attention. A maximum of 30 minutes will
be allowed for Public Comment Portion (unless changed by the Commission).
TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS (from Title 2, Chapter 1 of the Atascadero Municipal Code)
Members of the audience may speak on any item on the agenda. The Chairperson will identify the subject, staff will
give their report, and the Commission will ask questions of staff. The Chairperson will announce when the public
comment period is open and will request anyone interested to address the Co mmission regarding the matter being
considered to step up to the lectern. If you wish to speak for, against or comment in any way:
1. You must approach the lectern and be recognized by the Chairperson.
2. Give your name (not required).
3. Make your statement.
4. All comments should be made to the Chairperson and Commission.
5. No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or negative persona l remarks concerning any
other individual, absent or present.
6. All comments limited to 3 minutes.
If you wish to use a computer presentation to support your comments, you must notify the C ommunity Development
Department at 470-3402 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Digital presentations brought to the meeting should
be on a USB drive or CD. You are required to submit to the Recording Secretary a printed copy of your presentation
for the record. Please check in with the Recording Secretary before the meeting begins to announce your presence
and turn in the printed copy.
The Chairperson will announce when the public comment period is closed, and thereafter, no further public
comments will be heard by the Commission.